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Summer of Play at Barrington Court (Summer Holidays)

Summer fete themed fun for all the family this summer at Barrington Court.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join the fun in the farmyard this summer. No longer a home for cows and pigs, the 1920s farmyard will instead host the play hub this summer. There will be country fete style games and activities for all the family.

In addition, the tennis court will be open daily, and our Grab and Go sports bags will available to borrow from reception, (football, cricket, rounders).

Summer of play is sponsored by Starling Bank and Sport England.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Check admission prices

The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

On arrival, please check in at Visitor Reception to find out more information.

What to bring and wear

Although some of our play is undercover, please wear weather appropriate clothing to get the most out of your day.

Accessibility

Most of the site is accessible, but the ground has a variety of surfaces and is uneven in places. Some of the grass may be boggy in wet weather.

Contact info

Barrington Court (enquiries not bookings)

Upcoming events

Event

Festival of Archaeology 2025: Heritage Explorer Challenge 

Explore the estate to discover archaeological features.

Event summary

on
2 Aug to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Falconry Displays at Barrington Court (Summer Holidays) 

Marvel at majestic birds of prey as they swoop across the South Lawn.

Event summary

on
5 Aug 2025
at
11:30 to 12:15
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Storytelling Mondays (Autumn Term) 

Monday morning storytelling sessions for little ones.

Event summary

on
8 Sep to 20 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 6 other dates or times
Event

Heritage Open Days 2025: Free entry to Barrington Court 

Enjoy free entry to Barrington Court's beautiful gardens & historic orchards, farm buildings, avenues and the ground floor of Strode House, where you can imagine what it was like as the Lyle's 1920s family home.

Event summary

on
17 Sep to 19 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 2 other dates or times